Another weekend of NFL football has arrived! Unfortunately, the injury watch for fantasy football managers is also here, and that’s certainly the case for Sam LaPorta. Players who appear on the injury report and haven’t practiced much during the week can often lead to trepidation for managers trying to make fantasy football lineup decisions and/or waiver claims. Don’t fret, though – FantasyPros is here to provide you with all of the latest news and updates on the players who are questionable heading into this week. So, will Sam LaPorta play in Week 4? Here’s what we know about Sam LaPorta‘s injury and his status for Week 4.
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Fantasy Football Outlook: Will Sam LaPorta Play Week 4?
Sam LaPorta dealing with low-ankle sprain
Lions TE Sam LaPorta underwent tests on Monday to confirm that he is dealing with a low-ankle sprain, of which he suffered during Sunday’s matchup against the Cardinals.
Fantasy Impact
This is better news than what could’ve been, as LaPorta should not miss too much time, if any. Expect TE Brock Wright to take the majority of the snaps if LaPorta is to be absent for any games.
Josh Collier
Sam LaPorta returns for Lions
Sam LaPorta has returned to the field for the Detroit Lions after exiting the Week 3 contest before the end of the first half.
Fantasy Impact
LaPorta had been carted to the locker room with an apparent injury prior to the end of the second quarter, but has been cleared to return as the Lions look to close out the Arizona Cardinals Sunday.
Chris Schommer
Sam LaPorta carted to locker room with apparent injury
Sam LaPorta has been carted to the locker room with an apparent injury according to Adam Schefter.
Fantasy Impact
LaPorta’s injury is unknown currently after exiting the Week 3 contest late in the second quarter. The second-year tight end logged two receptions for 36 yards in the first half for the Lions.
Chris Schommer